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“Battle of the Bridge” can be waged again Arch Bridge reopens to vast relief of both commuters, Oregon City business owners Brad Heineke Photo Editor It has been a long two years during the closure of a 90-yearold bridge. The historic Oregon City-West Linn Arch Bridge will reopen at 5 a.m. October 15. The bridge, which spans the Willamette River below the falls and begins the south end of Oregon State Route 43, has been a landmark and source of pride for the community since its opening in December 1922. The 745-footlong bridge replaced a wooded suspension walking bridge that was built in 1888. The bridge has played a part in many fun and colorful aspects of
community history. It has been a figurative trophy in the 92-yearold high school football rivalry between Oregon City and West Linn, often called the longest continuously played prep football rivalry west of the Mississippi. The winning city “owns” the bridge for a year. In years past, the OCHS Pioneers team, students and marching band would parade across the bridge to the nearby West Linn High School for their game. “Battle for the Bridge” is in fact the name of the alumni fundraising game between the two high schools, which this year raised over $20,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. As it approached a century old, this famous bridge was in need of major maintenance and rehabilitation repairs. It was closed to traffic including pedestrians, Jan. 15, 2011. The Arch Bridge is a steel bridge covered with concrete. As part of the project, workers removed the concrete, repaired the steel where necessary and then re-sprayed the concrete.
The bridge has been strengthened to better withstand earthquakes, the replica 1922 lighting has been replaced and the lighting improved overall and its guard rails are sturdier according to the Oregon Department of Transportation, which owns the bridge.
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The city is very excited about the reopening of the bridge. Doug Neeley Oregon City Mayor
The bridge could not be widened, but some of its posts were moved back five inches to give
drivers slightly more room. Being on the National Register of Historic Places, it could only be restored, so essentially looks the same as it did originally. This was the first major renovation done on the bridge since it was built. The construction costs for the project are at $14.6 million. Nearly 90 percent of this has been paid with federal funds. In 1922, the bridge was constructed for $300,000. “ODOT has been proud to work on this bridge,” stated Susan Hanson of ODOT. “We have worked closely with the local businesses, residents, and commuters throughout the project and appreciate their patience in the rehabilitation of this regional treasure.” Oregon City’s mayor agreed. “The city is very excited about the reopening of the bridge,” said Oregon City Mayor Doug Neeley. “There’s no question that the project has been an obstacle to some of the downtown businesses.” Downtown Oregon City even lost a few businesses during the construction.
“We actually had a few move, but the Main Street Oregon City organization has done a great job with promoting and has recruited twice as many as we lost,” Neeley said. “With the recently completed $2.5 million streetscape improvement project and the renovated bridge, we anticipate a nice increase in business downtown.” More than 13,500 vehicles use the bridge on average per day. This route cuts several miles of congested intersections off a regular commuters’ drive. Several hundreds of pedestrians and cyclists also use the bridge daily. It provides a convenient link from West Linn to downtown Oregon City, as well as access to the Tri-Met transit center. Bus line 35 Macadam and 154 Willamette used to cross the old bridge. The narrow bridge was a tight squeeze for these larger vehicles, as traffic would generally stop at the center span so the buses could pass through, taking up most of both lanes. Please see BRIDGE, Page 3
New cross-country coach brings his ‘A’ game Andrew Millbrooke Sports Editor If there is any sport that toils in more obscurity than cross country, I have yet to find it. To run cross country successfully, you must put in the mileage. That means hour after hour of punishing work. Early mornings and late night runs to get that second workout for the day. If you don’t put in the work and build the background base, you simply will not
succeed against well trained runners. New Head Cross Country coach Jerret Mantalas says his current group of runners did everything he asked over the summer in preparation for the season. “As a whole, people were willing to get after it,” said Mantalas. “That’s one thing I’ve been really happy about.” Mantalas has been associate head coach for the past two seasons under head track and field coach Keoni McHone at Clackamas Community College and previously worked as an assistant at Western Oregon University. “He’s on time and works
hard, so he expects the same from those around him,” said McHone of Mantalas. “The athletes can see that he is excited for their sport and they feed off that.” Mantalas looks young enough to be an athlete at Clackamas and McHone said that his “energy level” sets him apart from others. “He’s a good fit for the program,” said CCC Athletic Director Jim Martineau. “Since he’s been here we’ve increased our numbers.” Currently over 20 athletes are practicing daily with the cross country teams. Sophomore Cia Bywater has led the women this season
and has made a huge impression on her head coach. “Cia Bywater is a person you build a cross country team around,” said Mantalas. “She is our leader in every aspect that we do.” Bywater set a personal record for 5,000-meters during the 6,000-meter race at the Sundodger Invitational in Seattle on Sep. 15. Bywater finished 25th overall with a 23:08.59 clocking. “It was a very exciting race,” said Bywater. “It was cool to P.R.” Bywater is adjusting to dealing with Mantalas’ sarcasm. “I like him, he’s definitely one of the
best coaches,” said Bywater. “He’s a little sarcastic at times, but he’s pretty cool.” Please see COACH, Page 7
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CASE grant helps students succeed
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10/1/2012 • Between 10 am and 2:30 pm there was a non injury hit and run in the Orchard parking lot next to the Family Resource Center. • Between 3 and 4 pm, there was an auto theft at CCC. 10/3/2012 • At 4 pm there was a report of reckless burning and another reckless burning was reported at 5:15 pm when a trash can burned next to the tennis courts. Clackamas Fire responded and doused both.
• At 2 pm there was a report of a minor theft near the transit area. • At 4 pm there was a report of reckless burning at the corner of Molalla Ave and Douglas Loop. Clackamas Fire responded and put the flames out.
10/5/2012 • At 8:30 am there was a report of offensive littering near the Rainbow storage area. 10/7/2012 • At 2:45 pm a report of interfering with a police officer outside of Barlow. The case was refered to Oregon City Police Department.
Craig Anderson(left) from the manufacturing department helps teach high school students the basics in manufacturing technology. This department receives the most funds from the CASE grant here on campus.
employment. With the funds in place, Clackamas was not only able to hire on more career coaches to help students get started, but was also able to buy the Career Information System program that helps students not only pinpoint what field they want to enter, but also what career would be best for them. The career coaches on the top floor of the Barlow Building are trying to partner up with employers so that students will have direct connections with the job market they’re looking in to. More than 50 employers have
already signed letters of commitment enthusiastically endorsing the hands on approach the program has. “It’s definitely a good thing,” said Mike Bisorca, a Computer Numeric Control student at Clackamas. “It’s saved me a lot of money.” Bisorca was already enrolled at CCC when he found out he qualified for the grant. The grant is in place until November of 2014, and anybody who qualifies for the grant may contact any of the career coaches in Barlow to take the first steps to a technical field certificate.
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New faces roam the campus this year while old ones take their leave. This year Clackamas has hired on eight new instructors to sustain the ebb and flow of faculty. Rick True from the art department took his leave from CCC this year after 28 years of teaching on campus. David Smith-English from the theatre department also retired, leaving James Eikrem the new theatre director. Eikrem came back to Oregon after years of schooling in New York and years of teaching in Michigan. He was excited to come back and teach at CCC and was delighted to find the theatre department had such an exciting program. “Having visited all the places I interviewed, Clackamas had a very beautiful campus,” said Taylor Donnelly, a new English instructor here at CCC. “I felt the faculty and the students here really care, and that makes it a great place to work.” Donnelly grew up here in Portland but went to New York and majored in English. She returned to Oregon City to teach at CCC and be close to family. Andrea Vergun is new to the ESOL department in the Dye Learning Center. She went to San Francisco State to finish up school and then went into marketing communications where she would translate English documents in to Spanish. Clackamas was Vergun’s first choice. She said that it had always been a great resource. The counselors at the
McLoughlin Hall see a new face as well. Stephanie Schaefer is the newest addition to the retention counselors in the Arts and Science division working with students to meet their educational goals. Dawn Terrill is the newest fulltime addition to the department of Education and Human Services. Terrill is an instructor in early education and family studies. She is teaching those who want to be early childhood instructors. Terrill taught at CCC for a term back in 2005 and since then has been looking out for when a position would open up. Mark House has been on campus for the last decade but returns this year with an official title. He obtained his associate’s degree of Applied Sciences in Collision Repair and refinishing here at CCC. “Well at first I didn’t want to teach,” said House. “Dave Bradley asked me if I wanted to come up and assist, and at first I said no but he kept hounding me, and 11 years later, here I am.” Mike Berlingen is also a new face to the automotive department. He runs the high school program on campus and teaches classes such as small engine repair and beginning mechanics. Eric Lee is a new engineering teacher from New York who works with all kinds of engineering, but mainly focuses on mechanical engineering. “I was excited to teach at a community college level,” said Lee. “I’m looking forward to the challenge of building up the engineering program.” Lee fully intends on forging a bigger department of engineering. CCC welcomes all the new faces and awaits the positive changes they will all bring.
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New instructor, Mark House teaches students Justin Polachek and Zach Whiteside how to ground off extra body filler in his collision repair class.
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The Department of Labor awarded the Oregon Community College Consortium, led by Clackamas, an $18 million dollar grant to strengthen the state’s workforce and put people back to work. Over the next three years, the grant will be divided and distributed to the 17 community colleges in Oregon. The money provided, combined with President Barack Obama’s American Jobs Act, creates additional support for hiring and re-employment services. “As our economy struggles to come back, it is vital that Oregonians have the education and training necessary to successfully compete for the next generation of family-wage jobs,” said Oregon Senator Ron Wyden in a press release. “This statewide grant and its public and private sector partners will help us to do just that.” The Credentials, Acceleration, and Support for Employment or CASE Grant applies to all who qualify for the Trade Adjustment Act. Those who are under or unemployed, veterans, or spouses of veterans also qualify for the grant. The primary goal of the program is to bridge the gaps that keep people from attending college, and to also accelerate the process that one would obtain a certificate in
a technical program. For example, a student here at Clackamas can achieve an entry level certificate in a technical program such as welding or computer sciences, then go straight to work in less than a year. From there, if the student decides to advance their knowledge they can come back for their associate’s degree. The CASE grant also works on getting students credit for work experience they already have but were not college accredited; making it easier for students to advance in their specific field. “We’re working really hard to connect with students and help them with their completion,” said Kara Leonard a career coach working with the CASE grant. “We try to remove barriers, and give students access to be successful.” According to a news release from the Oregon Employment Department, there was a drastic spike in unemployment to 11.6 percent in 2009, shortly after Obama took office. Since then, the percentage has lowered significantly due to programs like the Trade Adjustment Act, giving citizens funds if their jobs have been outsourced overseas. Oregon still stands at an 8.9 percent unemployment average, which is a slight increase since June of this year. The CASE grant is put in to play to help these numbers drop and help raise the rate of
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Smokers kicked to college curb
Emily Rask Associate News Editor
Although the new designated smoking areas have now been put in place, there are not many students who have been using them. CCC student Mark Stimac gave an honest opinion on the new smoking areas. “Honestly, I don’t know, I see a lot of people walking around not
using them, so the concept hasn’t really sunk in yet,” Stimac said. Now that there are new designated smoking areas that are out of the way of many students’ daily paths, CCC can start to lessen the amount of smoking that goes on within the campus. Many people have stopped smoking on campus
just because the new areas are too inconvenient for them to go to between classes. The new designated smoking areas are put in place to help CCC become more of a smoke-free campus and to help nonsmokers avoid the clouds of smoke with more ease.
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Smoking is a huge part of many people’s lives, especially college students. The CCC campus has had several designated smoking areas. This year brings a change with the designated smoking areas being moved to the outskirts of the college. Before the move, many areas were located between buildings such as the one directly outside of the cafeteria and by McLoughlin Hall. Now, all except one have been moved toward the parking lots. The only designated smoking area that has stayed in the same spot is located outside of Niemeyer Hall. Most of the smoking areas have been moved toward the parking lots, such as one located at Roger Rook Hall, is now located directly next to the Roger Rook parking lot. Many students would walk by these smoking areas on any given day and have to walk through the giant smoke cloud, especially the one previously located right outside of the cafeteria. Some students do not agree with the new smoking areas though, such as CCC student Aaron Farwell. “If you don’t like smoke,” said
Farwell,“stay away from the smoking areas.” Although now with the new smoking areas, some students and staff who don’t pay attention to the new areas continue smoking in the old smoking areas. “I don’t even know where they are,” said nonsmoker Melissa Nickell, who just started attending CCC. “I’ve seen the signs, but they are not in the places where I walk.” When students don’t even know where they are, means that moving them to the new locations has helped give nonsmoking students a way of going around campus without having to walk through smoke clouds. Call center coordinator Rochelle Dawn also had some opinions on the new smoking areas. She expressed that she likes the new locations. “I’m all for it, actually for several reasons. There’s a lot of positives,” said Dawn. “I think in regards to respect for nonsmokers to have them on the outskirts of campus and is visually better on the outskirts.” “I smoke less ’cause it’s not as easy. I thank them very much for putting pavilions with roofs and benches,” said Dawn. “There’s some empathy there, which is nice to see. Smokers don’t get much empathy.”
Tanner Leitner and Brittany Watson spent some time in the smoking area by the Pauling Center to study. Leitner, at 18 years old is a smoker. Watson, 16, is a nonsmoker.
BRIDGE: Opening many more bridges for everyone Continued from Page 1
back, staying dry when it rains and the people I always talk with on here.” The weekend prior to its Monday re-opening will be the commemorative Willamette Falls Festival which runs from Oct. 12 to Oct. 14. Events will include live music, O.C. and West Linn high school marching band parades, an art walk and sculpture exhibit and street entertainment. There will also be a 5k fun run and a Fun-Athlon including biking, paddling and a run, fireworks and a trolley heritage tour. On Sunday, Oct. 14 there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony and a parade of historical cars from 1915 to 1932, the first to cross the reopened bridge. For schedule of events or to register for races, visit www.willamettefallsfestival.com.
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As bicyclists and pedestrians are not allowed on the I-205 Bridge, the closure caused a road block for these people. ODOT began The Arch Bridge Shuttle, which transports twelve riders and four bikes on free round trips from the West Linn end of the bridge to downtown Oregon City on 7th Street. The shuttle will end when the bridge reopens. “The shuttle has carried more than 70,000 riders, including over 12,400 bicyclists.” according to Hanson. “At first I didn’t like the shuttle and was pissed about the bridge closing,” stated Shane Borland, who has ridden the shuttle to and from work since it started. “It actually added time compared to walking because its schedule doesn’t always line up with TriMet’s. Now I will miss sitting
Construction on the Oregon City bridge started in Jan. of 2011 which will be reopening to the public at 5 a.m. on Oct. 15, 2012 with the conclusion of the Willamette Falls Festival.
GED testing to begin online Chris Morrow The Clackamas Print In preparation for the transition away from paperbased GED tests, Clackamas Community College now offers computerized GED tests through Pearson VUE, an international company that grants students testing services via computer in 5,000 different authorized centers in over 150 countries in the world. “It’s going to be a hot topic ... it’s going to get hotter and hotter as we get closer to the conversion date,” Melissa Pirie, director of Student Academic Support Services at CCC said. “Dec. 19, 2013 is the last day we will offer paper here at Clackamas.” The test is accessed from the Internet, but in order to be allowed to access it, it must be done in a proctored environ-
ment, a place authorized to administer the test. “We had to go through some very heavy restrictions, requirements and updates in order to get our center to a place where they [Pearson VUE] would allow it to be accessed online by those computers,” Pirie said, “You can access it online but it has to be through an ISP on a computer that’s mapped to their system. You can’t just log onto any computer and get on [the GED test].” The new GED test allows for greater flexibility. “It’s the same test, paper or on the computer,” said Becky Torres, from the Student Academic Support Services. This new option is unique among Oregon community colleges. “We’re the first for Oregon right now, I think. We haven’t run any yet. It was just authorized to release this week. So we haven’t had any testers yet,” said Torres. “We have
other tests we give that are not the GED and that’s been busy like crazy. It’s a closer site to come take a test, and [it’s] convenient.” “I think if anything, it’s making people who haven’t completed it rush in here and finish it because the new one is going to be totally different,” said Torres. “It’s going to be a whole new test. I think it’s done every 10 years but they revamp it.” Students are able to register for the online GED testing as of September.
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Hungry college students need food Eat, Print, love
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Every Monday at noon, Clackamas Community College’s horticulture department hosts a modest farmers market on campus. Students and staff in the program volunteer their time between classes to make this possible, during the fall, the farmers market is located between Clairmont Hall and the Environmental Learning Center for their convenience. The market consists of two small stands, one for fruit and one for vegetables, each manned by a welcome and friendly person. The school’s campus is the market’s only source of produce, harvested every Thursday afternoon during the Food Harvest (HOR-124) class. Other horticulture classes, as well as community volunteers, grow the food on campus using certified approved organic methods. A large leather strap of bells hanging from one of the carts symbolizes that the market is currently open, giving the market an inviting and welcome feel as well. The friendly hosts are more than willing to provide samples of the delicious food they have labored over. The first day of the fall market, Oct. 1, featured a variety of apple and pear samples as well as carrots and cucumbers. Tonia Lordy handed out generous samples of Collette and Eldorado pears to the shoppers and passersby, before moving on to the impressive variety of apples. According to Loretta Mills, there was light traffic for the first week of fall market, but
Horticulture students (from left) Toni Lordy and Katie Sewell Leckey spend a suuny Monday afternoon manning the booths at the farmer’s market located on campus between Clairmont Hall and the Environmental Learning Center.
she thinks it will get busier when more people find out about it. The adviser for the horticulture department, Elizabeth Howley, says the market will continue each week, as long as the produce will last in the field. There are more than 200 varieties of apples and more than 70 varieties of pears in the orchard located behind the community garden plots, the orchard is open to the public on Tuesdays and Saturdays. In addition to the farmers market on Mondays, there are fruit sales held on Saturdays and occasional plant sales as well. Last but certainly not least, the
summer profits raised more than $1,000 toward the needy student scholarship, and this terms’ profit will go to the same place. Part of what makes this all possible is the Urban Agriculture program that started last year, assisting in generating general funds. Students and faculty alike seem to stay busy in the horticulture department. In addition to their farmers market, fruit sales and plant sales, they host workshops open to the community to attend. Some of these include Concrete Leaf Casting, Herb Gifts Holiday Decorating, and Mini Hoop Houses. You can find more information on these at
depts.clackamas.edu/hort or visiting the Clairmont building. There are also new scholarships to help with student fees thanks to the horticulture club held Wednesdays at noon. How long the farmers market will last is uncertain, but there are plans to plant a winter wheat crop in the empty half of the field. Rumor has it that the future will bring potatoes, beets and more carrots to the market. “Tell people about us! Get them to come to market!” shouted Howley. Find out more by going to the Horticulture Department website.
Trolley Trail market on track to success Joshua Dillen Co-Editor-in-Chief Local economy is the name of the game in Oak Grove along the boulevard of the same name. Just moments south of Milwaukie, about a mile west of Highway 99E, there is a unique and fiercely local new Saturday market. Technically not a farmers market, it is more of a secret and secluded gem of a grass roots neighborhood entrepreneurial movement. According to Marty Leisure, market manager, there is historical significance to the lot the market calls home. “This lot supposedly was the Louis Armstrong home,” he said. “It’s a historic building that burnt down years ago.” It is easy to find. From 99E take Oak Grove Blvd west. There will be green shirted volunteers in the business district pointing passersby to the almost hidden event. Live jazz and blues, fresh made falafel, and handcrafted local wares were just some of the highlights at the debut of the Trolley Trail Neighborhood Market. The new market, sponsored by the nonprofit Historic Downtown Oak Grove Neighborhood Association, features booths from local shops and local artisans. Clackamas County Library was there with a bookmark making project for kids. Face painting was complimentary for the first edition of the market. There will be three more markets
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Follow the directions on the box of Mac ‘n Cheese. They will most likely tell you to bring the noodles to a boil, cook until tender (don’t forget mom’s fail proof noodle test - if it sticks to the wall - it’s done) and then add milk, butter and cheese powder. While your noodles are boiling, brown the ground beef and drain the oil. Add the taco seasoning to the ground beef and mix it in well. When both the seasoned beef and the Mac ‘n Cheese are done, mix the two together to taste. Serve hot, you may want to add salt, pepper or Parmesan to preference. For a Spanish twist, try adding chopped tomatoes, onions and sour cream. Green beans and pears would make great side dishes for this meal. I looked forward to my grandmother making this recipe every so often and making it myself has made me remember that eating at home can be far better and cheaper than eating out. Eat, Print, Love would like to help make it a better experience for our fellow students. Check back next week for more friendly food and don’t miss our Halloween special recipes! Suggestions or comments on Facebook (theclackamasprint) or Twitter (@clackamasprint) using the hashtag #eatprintlove.
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Being a college student and eating wholesome homemade foods doesn’t usually go hand in hand. Wouldn’t it be nice to get some simple, fun recipes that you can enjoy and afford? Are you asking yourself why you didn’t listen to mom’s cooking lessons? I remember what it was like standing in the grocery store wondering what to buy for dinner and how on earth I was going to turn it into a hot, edible meal. Eat, Print, Love is here to help you out! We have for you here a quick ‘study night’ dinner recipe using ingredients you will most likely already know how to cook, giving two separate classic dinner dishes a twist. You could fare worse on nutritional value and the meal is very easy on the budget. This is one recipe that is extremely easy to duplicate for a large group of people, either studying or celebrating.
Horticulture sells organic produce grown on campus
Market visitor Curt Mason stands with acquaintance and booth owner Margaret Rudich discussing the successes of the day.
through October, Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The lot is nestled behind local businesses in the unincorporated town. Leisure approached the owners of the two buildings to “help community.” After suggesting the lot would be a great place for an intimate and unique marketplace, he volunteered his services as the manager. He owns Belle Fleur, a flower boutique in the building and is very involved in the community. He is very adamant that this market is very local and designed to benefit and stimulate the very local economy. “We’re trying to make this a market that is good for the neighborhood and that is supportive of the neighborhood,” said Leisure.
Leisure also explained the market will transform into a full farmer’s market next spring. There are already negotiations to get produce vendors involved next year. Leisure’s daughter, Ayla, is a Portland State University student who has her own booth. She sells colorful fused glass jewelry. Now at age 20, she has been an entrepreneur selling her wares at markets since she was 13. “All the proceeds are going to my college education at PSU,” said Ayla. Pansophie is a booth that sells essential oils, gemstones and incense. Alexandra and Wes Phillips own the shop of the same name in Milwaukie. Their philosophy embodies color as the driving force of a person’s
personality and spirit. “It’s all about the rainbow. Each person is their own individual rainbow,” said Alexandra. “Everybody has their own unique rainbow.” The mellow jazz and blues performed by the local Rich Gritty Band were enjoyed by the moderately sized crowd. Solo artist, RonnoRutter, also performed original folk music. Spectators enjoyed the music and festivities while soaking up the unseasonably warm weather. Market goers were very pleased with the market and definitely happy to shop for local goods. Nancy Faber lives only a few blocks away and is an avid supporter of local small business. “My desire is to always buy from Oak Grove and Milwaukie vendors,” said Faber, “I’ve been known to pay a little bit more for local goods.” Margaret Rudich and her husband own the lot and have a strong desire to see their community grow and prosper. They have organized and created the nonprofit Historic Downtown Oak Grove NeighborhoodAssociation. Its purpose is to raise money for the improvement of local infrastructure. This new market is a good option for Saturday fun this fall. The Trolley Trail is a great historical hike or bike adventure for families, couples and individuals alike. Now there is another local option for fun and enjoyment with the Trolley Trail Market.
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CCC drama receives reboot, new instructor hired Christopher Taylor Arts & Culture Editor
Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Besides teaching acting, movement, directing, voice and diction classes, he also appeared in numerous productions. He directed and created performances for CMU’s University Theatre as well as The Riecker Literary Series, and directed “Singin’ in the Rain” and “Peter Pan” for the Midland Center for the Arts in Michigan. He wrote, produced and directed “Lines of Reasoning”, a sexual harassment awareness video, which is marketed to colleges and universities nationwide. Eikrem’s track record is much more than a mile wide, spanning several states, and several years. It’s apparent that he is well equipped to handle his new position as CCC’s new theater instructor, hoping to fill the shoes of a man with a just as impressive reputation for theater excellence. “I’m very excited to work here at CCC,” said Eikrem “It’s gonna be one heck of a year.” Indeed, he’s got some work ahead of him. With his track record, we can be sure to expect great things from him.
Brad Heineke The Clackamas Print
With CCC being a home to many traditions and excellent programs, many of you no doubt will know the theater department to go hand in hand with names like Chris Whitten and David Smith-English. It’s a name and reputation well earned. Now, there’s a new name and face attached to our beloved program: James “Jim” Eikrem. Eikrem comes to us after SmithEnglish’s recent retirement. Eikrem’s track record in theater seems to go back very far. Eikrem is an Oregon native, born in Oregon City. He graduated from Rex Putnam High School, where he received the Dr. Rex Putnam Award as outstanding student in his class. He then went on to Portland State and finished his undergraduate work, earning a bachelor’s degrees in Theatre Arts, as well as English. He then attended the Graduate Acting Program at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he received his Master of Fine Arts.
Recently, he completed certification as an associate teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework, which is a comprehensive approach to voice training that explores the dynamics between body, breath, voice, the imagination, language, and presence. It encourages vibrant voices that communicate intention and feeling without excess effort, and brings together physical experience and mental focus. Soon after, Eikrem returned to Portland after working as an actor in New York, regional theatre, and Japan. He has also acted and directed plays at Portland area theaters including: Artists Repertory Theatre, Lakewood Theatre, Portland Center Stage, Portland Repertory Theatre, and Sylvia’s Class Act. He also taught/directed for Portland Actors Conservatory, Portland Community College, and Portland State as well as numerous youth programs including CityArts, MetroArts Kids Camp, and Oregon Children’s Theatre. Impressed yet? If not, there’s more, much, much more. For the last 10 years Eikrem has been an Assistant Professor at
James Eikrem, the new theater teacher at Clackamas, is excited to get started working, and is prepping for CCC’s first play of the year.
Oregon Trail Interpretive Center ‘rounding up the wagons’
David Beasley The Clackamas Print
The McCoy & Noland Provisioners building is the third and final building on the interpretive center. This building marks the end of the tour.
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Exciting things are happening at The End of The Oregon Trail Interpretive Center these days. After many ups, downs, closures, and partial openings the final plan for the center is coming to completion. “It’s exciting,” said Jeff Glavor, a volunteer worker at the museum.
“To not have it open is an absolute shame. Everyone is excited about moving forward.” The funding for the project comes from several sources: $81,500 from the Lennox Foundation, $20,000 from the Cabana Fund, and $10,000 from the Juan Young Trust. The facility itself gets about 12,000 visitors during a year. The most popular time to visit is during the summer season. One of the things to see is the heritage garden.
WEDNESDAY - 10/10
● Event: CHRYSALIS meeting; 12p.m. - 2p.m.; RR 220
THURSDAY - 10/11
The heritage garden is a small gem and reflects the kinds of flowers, herbs, and vegetables that the pioneers would have planted for beauty and self-sufficiency. The garden is fairly small, has a compost pile, and is maintained by Oregon State University Master Gardeners. The OSU Master Gardners collect the seeds at the end of the year to replant the garden, then sell in the information center. The hoops on the museum have been repainted so that they look new again after years of neglect. While the park has signage depicting the history and short blurbs on some of the most noteworthy of the emigrants, they are being repainted and are set to have QR codes on them for interactivity. Two more signs might be placed on the front of the welcome center with QR codes about the information center, museum, Clackamas County, and the surrounding area. “Our goal is to make it more interactive,” said Gail Yazzolino, administrator of the site. Also, one of the more interesting changes is the fact that more native tribes are being represented, with their stories and interactions with the pioneers better told in the new makeup of the center. The three buildings that make up the museum were built to look like wagons and the interiors will be redecorated and reworked to simulate the beginning of the Oregon Trail through the end of the journey. Although the plans for the museum are not yet fully realized, there is a rough outline of what the museum will be like when it’s done. “We’re starting with what we have and making it better,” said Yazzolino. The first building will represent Independence, Mo. You will see
FRIDAY - 10/12
● Event:‘Argo’ comes out in Theaters; midnight ● Event: The RiPPle Effect Art Auction; 4-9 p.m., Mian St, Oregon City
SATURDAY- 10/13
● Event: For all
Those Sleeping/ Upon this Dawning Concert,; Hawthorne Theater,Portland, OR; 7p.m.
● Event: Concrete
Leaf Casting; Clairmont 117; 9a.m.-11:50 a.m.
stores, places to buy oxen, and other items of time-period relevance. Then, you will walk down a hallway to the second building. This building represents the journey along the Oregon Trail. What will be represented here will be a very interactive multimedia representation of what life was like on the Oregon Trail. In the third building, you will finally reach Oregon City. There, you will see a Bureau of Land Management office where you can buy property. There are stores where you can buy supplies to survive the long winter ahead of you and a blacksmith as well. The plans for the museum seem to be in flux at this time. Yazzolino has been procuring the funding that had been badly needed for the
facility almost single handedly, according to Yazzolino’s right-hand woman, Kathryn Palzer. “Gail got the ball rolling and the funding back on track,” Palzer also states that “Things are done more democratically.” and “Flows more smoothly,” compared to past administrations. Palzer also added “The old management didn’t want to change anything. People in general don’t like changes.” As of now, only the welcome center is open, the museum portion of the facility is still closed. The museum will not be closed for long though; it’s set to open July 2013 as they are ramping up for when the Oregon-California Trails Association comes to visit Oregon City for a convention.
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SUNDAY - 10/14
MONDAY - 10/15
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TUESDAY - 10/16
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Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012
Get motivated Body Challenge
Brittany Bell Assoc. Copy Editor
Anyone else aspire for their body to be more fit, healthy, strong or appealing to the eye? Good health and exercise is important. Who cares what the reason is, as long as you just do it. Don’t worry; I haven’t forgotten that I’m talking to a bunch of college students of varied majors, age and lifestyle. I’ll start slow and simple. I would suggest starting off by evaluating your physical life. Do you work out at home, have a gym membership or go on morning walks or jogs? Do you have any physical restrictions or limitations? What is available to you? Do you even know what your college campus has to offer ? You can choose from a wide variety of physical education classes offered at Clackamas Community College and earn credit from them towards your degree. These classes include cross training, martial arts, yoga, rock climbing and varied level sports. Health and Physical Education 295 is an all inclusive class. The course fulfills all of the PE credits needed for most two-year degrees at CCC. Randall Hall, at the Oregon City campus, includes a gymnasium, weight room, athletic training room, wrestling room and dance room. These facilities are available to you as a student. There are also baseball, softball, soccer and football fields, tennis courts, a track, and a walking path circling the campus. How can Clackamas’ amenities help accommodate your needs? You should ask yourself what’s in it for you, if you decide to exercise. For those of you who feel tired and sluggish all day, it has been proven that physical activity can help rejuvenate your body and make you feel awake. I know some people worry that they can’t take time away from their studies to get in shape. The reality is that the benefits may be worth the risk when your mind is fueled with energy and blood flow to keep you focused. Some schools have students who struggle in areas such as math and reading go to the gym first, in an attempt to jump-start their brains. It is proven that 30 minutes on the treadmill can make you up to 10 percent better at problem solving. Regular workouts can improve attention span, memory and learning. They can also reduce stress and the effects of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. When looking ahead, it’s good to know that exercise can even delay the cognitive decline in old age. Thinking about your health and body is the first step. The second step is to take action, but the third and most important step is to keep doing it. Find a time and routine that works for you and commit to it. Now that you have some info and advice, it’s up to you to start making a difference in your body. Please check back each week for more support, tips and information. Body Challenge invites you to join us in our weekly challenge and bonus challenge. Share your successes and journey with us via Facebook (theclackamasprint) or Twitter (@clackamasprint) using the hashtag #bodychallenge.
Pioneers fall to Generals before battle with Lions Steven Weldon Copy Editor Variety is the spice of life, consistency is the solid base. For the Oregon City High School Pioneers football team, their variety needs to gain more consistency. After starting out the season 3-1, including a dominant win over Lakeridge and a nailbiting two-point victory over David Douglas, the Pioneers have slipped into a two-game losing streak on the heels of their matchup against their bitter rival, the West Linn Lions. Friday, Oct. 5 the Pioneers made a visit to Lincoln High School’s field to face the Grant Generals. What looked like an even game on paper and in the first quarter, turned into a mistake-fest for the Pioneers. Quarterback Jon Hall tossed four total interceptions, including two that were returned for Grant touchdowns. Detroit Lions defensive lineman Ndamukong Suh, alumni of Grant sitting on a
bye week in NFL action, was in attendance to watch his Generals complete a 49-34 victory over Oregon City. Running back Mitchell Thompson continued his seasonlong excellence with a 187-yard, three-touchdown performance. Thompson is currently flying under the Thomas Tyner-ruled coverage, as his season statistics put him as the fourth-most yard gainer on the ground, and fifthmost touchdowns of all Oregon state high school football players this year. “The season so far has been an up-and-down season. Right now we’re striving to be more consistent as a football team,” Pioneers head coach Kevin Strasser said. “We do a lot of things really well, and a lot of things really average.” Strasser and his team will have to pick up their game quickly, as they face a West Linn team looking to rebound from a tight loss to the Clackamas Cavaliers. The Cavaliers used running back Dan Sherrell to pound it down the throat of the Lions, scoring six touchdowns
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I like MMA, and I think CCC has an excellent sports program, and I would definitely like to see them succeed at their endeavors.”
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No.4 from Grant High School Bryant Peek Jr. drives the ball past Oregon City players during the Friday, Oct. 5 night game.
on 261 yards. West Linn (2-4) also started promising, with wins over Grants Pass High School and Barlow High School, but they also have faded down the stretch run, losing their last three games. A statement game against their cross-bridge rival could turn their season around. The Oregon City Bridge
reopens on Oct. 15, and while the old tradition of Oregon City students walking over the bridge to West Linn cannot take place, bragging rights will certainly be on the line in the 92nd playing of the game. The Lions host the Pioneers at West Linn High School on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.
Athletes of the week –These athletes were chosen by the Clackamas Print for their accomplishments on the 2012 season.
I like the Texans, Houston Texans.” “I’ve already been to a Oregon Ducks game.” “I’m gonna be watching football on TV.” Joe Baker on the right
Steven Weldon The Clackamas Print
“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing. Thats why we recommend it daily” -Zig Ziglar
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Maeghan Angel Sophomore McMinnville H.S. Currently leads team in digs with 566 on season.
“That’s my thing. I’m up in your face and loud. I want to get my team going. I’m constantly trying to pump people up.” “We have awesome coaches here that have like a million connections. I am confident that I will find a spot somewhere.”
Travis Swanson on the left
I love basketball.” “I’m a huge Laker fan- hooked on Kobe.” Kalie Dappert on the right
Body Challenge of the Week
“My favorite fall sport is soccer. I played soccer for 12 years.” – Cody Britt
Bonus Challenge Pick a parking spot that is not right next to your class, and then walk from class to class instead of driving around campus.
“I think Clackamas should get a female lacrosse team. Seriously, they run around and beat each other up with hockey sticks. It’s awesome.” – Abe Fouhy
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Evaluate your personal physical fitness. What can you do to get in better shape?
Badane Sultessa Year: Freshman Centennial H.S. 8K P.R. - 25:30.63 “Training is going good, I’m ready for the next race.”
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Woods leads Cougar volleyball Andrew Millbrooke Sports Editor
Brad Heineke The Clackamas Print
Sophomore Brittney Bevens goes up for a spike attempt in a Sept. 26 match against Linn-Benton. The Cougars lost three games to one in the match. Bevens leads the Cougars with 247 kills and a 21 percent average on the season.
The Clackamas Community College women’s volleyball team has had its share of ups and downs over the years, but the one constant, for three decades now, has been head coach Kathie Woods. Woods, in her 30th season at the helm of the CCC volleyball program, is no stranger to success either. She has compiled more than 700 career victories and has been named Southern Region Coach of the Year four times and NWAACC Coach of the Year three times. “Her teams are always very competitive, always solid,” said CCC Athletic Director Jim Martineau. “More importantly, she puts out great student athletes.” This season Martineau has been to every home volleyball game and he has a great perspective on the volleyball program as a whole. “She is very passionate about volleyball, her teaching position and her student athletes,” said Martineau. “She’s a great coach and she does a tremendous job of developing young women.” Woods has seen countless athletes move on to four year universities and she stays in close contact with many of her former players. All four of her current assistant coaches were once student-athletes at CCC. “It’s an honor and privilege to have them come back to help out with the program,” said Woods. One reason many athletes stay close to the program after they leave school is the disciplined environment and family atmosphere that Woods has created at CCC. “Our philosophy at the community college level is community first around here,” said Woods. “We have a lot of talent and good coaches in this area.” Woods also preaches a philosophy of going above and beyond scholastically. Her players must adhere to certain disciplines in school; they must introduce themselves to the instructor, sit in the front row, and have no cell phone activity during class.
“We don’t just say it,” said Woods. “We practice it.” Her team has earned an American Volleyball Coaches Association Team Academic Award in six of the last nine seasons. The past two years, her teams have compiled a 3.45 GPA. “When I heard her say ‘100 percent in school, volleyball, and life’, that was it for me,” said sophomore Maeghan Angel of McMinnville on why she chose Clackamas. “That’s exactly what I wanted. She is the kind of coach that will push you and I wanted to improve.”
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Angel is one of 10 girls from Oregon high schools on the squad, as Woods has focused recruiting efforts locally. “We know about them more. We’ve watched them play in high school and seen them at camps, so it is easier to recruit locally,” said Woods. That familiar background and the amount of time they spend together during the season forces these girls to bond. “We are really close,” said Angel. “We start our season in July and we are together all the time. We are a tight knit group, like family.” This season, the Cougars (1318) are still trying to recover from an early season eight-match losing streak that stretched almost a week long and included three road trips and three home games. The Cougars rebounded with a six-match win streak in the middle of September and have been fighting to get back to .500 since then. “We are streaky,” said Woods. “We play young and we are inconsistent.” Woods is confident that her
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team will work out the kinks and play more as a team as they settle in for a long stretch of home games and no more long distance travelling. “We try to do most of our travelling before school starts,” said Woods. “We can focus on school and volleyball now.” Almost every player on the team has stepped up this season to lead the team at times, but they have not done it together consistently. Woods had glowing praise for the group as a whole. “This group excels in the classroom, they excel as people in life, and they work hard,” said Woods. “You can’t find girls with better integrity or character, but we need better focus on the court.” Woods has changed some of the practice routine and incorporated new drills to try to bring that focus out. “As soon as we all come together, we will be strong,” said Woods. “They all have shown the ability to step up this season and they all have, at times. I believe the second half of league season we will show some drastic improvement.” In addition to all of the success on the court and in the classroom, Woods instills discipline in all facets of life in her young players by fostering community relations. The current team has supplemented its fundraising efforts by helping out former players at weddings and parties over the past few summers. “The alumni know that we will work hard,” said Woods. “They would rather have us do it than strangers.” The volleyball team also hosts team camps and individual skills camps for junior high and high school age players during the summer. “We do a lot of fundraising to get the extras,” said Woods. “The girls like things and they know they have to go out and earn them.” The Cougars host the Linfield JV team at 7 p.m. tonight at Randall Hall before heading out on their last significant road trip of the season to the Pierce Crossover in Lakewood, Wash. Oct. 12 and 13. The Cougars return home for Sponsor Night on Oct. 19 and Dig Pink (Breast Cancer Awareness) on Oct. 20. Both games begin at 7 p.m.
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Grace Viuhkola, a sophomore from Hood River, Ore., was the number one runner for the women last season and is finally rounding into form this year. “Grace had a little bit of a rocky summer,” said Mantalas. “I’m really excited to see her coming into her own. She’s incredibly talented.” Sophomore Randi Chance and freshmen Joanna Feeney and Dawn Hilley round out the women’s scoring runners. The men’s team is deep and talented with nine guys fighting to be among the top seven. “The men’s cross country team is really good this year,” said Martineau. “They have good depth. A lot of guys that ran well in track last spring are running well now.” Two freshmen have stepped up
to lead the men early this season. Badane Sultessa and Jon Obeso have both transitioned well to racing at longer distances than they ever have before. “Badane’s an 800/1,500 guy,” said Mantalas. “He’s never thought of himself as a 5k/10k cross country guy.” Sultessa and Obeso both ran their first 8k of their life in Seattle at the Sundodger Invitational on Sep. 15. Sultessa finished 16th overall in an impressive 25:30.63 clocking while Obeso finished 45th in 26:09.03. Sultessa is still mentally getting used to racing 5.1 miles. “It’s not fun,” said Sultessa. “It’s very tiring.” Obeso feels he was ready for the longer distances coming out of high school. “My high school coach prepared me well,” said Obeso. “I feel stronger in the longer races.” Last year’s top runner, sophomore Mark Medgin, was forced to take some time off right at the
WEDNESDAY - 10/10
● CCC Volleyball: vs. Linfield JV at 7 pm in Randall Gym.
THURSDAY - 10/11
● Intramural Soccer:12-2:00 pm at CCC soccer field next to Hwy. 213
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end of summer with a slight knee tweak, but has been rounding back into form of late. “The last week and a half, he’s become the Mark Medgin we know,” said Mantalas. “I expect him to move back up the ranks and assert himself as one of our leaders.” Sophomore Jorge Gil-Juarez would be among the top runners, but an injury forced him to redshirt this season. The men’s team has a solid
FRIDAY - 10/12
● Flag Football:
11:30-1:30pm in the fields next to Hwy. 213.
● Mike Hodges Cross Country Invitational at CCC: 3:30pm - Women 4:15pm - Men
SATURDAY- 10/13
● CCC Volleyball: at Pierce Crossover Tournament in Lakewood, Wash. ● CCC Women’s Soccer: 12pm at Everrett CC in Everett, Wash.
grouping of runners providing depth behind the top three. The Cougars finished 12th of 22 teams at Sundodger. Seven runners all finished within one-minute of each other: freshman Tony Gil-Juarez (26:49.52), sophomore Austin Collins (27:10.23), Mark Medgin (27:11.24), sophomore Zach Hibbs (27:22.93), freshman Austin Peila (27:30.74), freshman John Doyle (27:47.51), and sophomore Chris Stash (27:48.81). Sophomore Jordan Grimes will be in the mix as well. With five runners scoring in cross country and seven running in championship races, the Cougars have plenty of options to go to during the most important meets of the season that are coming up. Obeso was confident that they will be ready because of the great workouts Mantalas has prepared. “He’s a great coach,” said Obeso. “He really knows what SUNDAY - 10/14
he’s doing.” The cross country team hosts its only home meet of the season, the Mike Hodges Cross Country Invitational, this Friday, Oct. 12. Oregon State, Willamette, Western Oregon, U of O Running Club and most of the local junior colleges will be bringing teams this year. Mantalas said he expects about 10 to 12 teams to show up on race day. “This year we unveiled a new cross country course,” said Mantalas. “It is cross country only, designated for us, which is really cool. We are excited to have our own area.” The course is flat and fast - run almost solely run on grass. The women run at 3:30 p.m., with the men starting at 4:15 p.m. The last two races on the schedule are the Southern Region Championships on Oct. 27 and the NWAACC Championships on Nov. 10.
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TUESDAY - 10/16
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Cougars kick it up against top teams David Beasley Associate Sports Editor
Brad Heineke The Clackamas Print
Cougar soccer is kicking in gear this fall, with six league wins out of eight games played, the girls of Clackamas hold the No. 1 rank in the NWAACC Southern Region. Pre-league games were eventful as well; the team was challenged for their first game of the year by currently undefeated, No. 1 ranked in league, Peninsula Community College Pirates. The 0-2 loss fueled the fire for a solid 1-0 win against another very successful team, Walla Walla. Here’s the current rundown for league games this season: The beginning of September brought a 0-1 loss to Shoreline Community College followed by a month-long winning streak including a 5-1 win vs Edmonds in which forward Tayler Ficek, scored four goals. The freshman forward from North Eugene High School has led the Cougars with an incredible scoring outburst so far this season. Ficek leads the NWAACC in scoring with 13 goals, only failing to score in CCC’s three losses. Two 2-0 wins against Lane Community College and Green River Community College led up to another high scoring game for the Cougars, as they dominated
Southwestern Oregon Community College 5-0. A home game against Skagit Valley Community College at the end of September produced a convincing 3-0 win with what coach Janine Szpara praised as a game with “good defense.” The winning streak stretched into October, as the Cougars outplayed Clark Community College in another 3-0 home win. Melanie Trumbull, another freshman from North Eugene, has been a stalwart in goal for the Cougars, running off a streak of four straight shutouts in September. The trend of success was halted Friday by Whatcom Community College in a frustrating 0-2 loss. Friday’s home game against Whatcom was frustrating for the team because they had three solid shots on goal, one of which bounced off the goalpost in devastating geometrical defiance, signifying the last chance Clackamas had of turning things around from an awkward 0-2 score. The two goals scored by Whatcom were nothing to write home about, but were nonetheless scored. The first goal penetrated the Cougars’ defense within five minutes of kickoff; as the girls from Whatcom saw an early opening and took advantage of Clackamas’ slow start. The second goal came from a controversial referee call
Freshman forward Tayler Ficek, gathers the ball during a game between Clackamas and Whatcom CC on Oct. 5. Ficek, from North Eugene H.S., is the leading scorer in the NWAACC with 13 goals on the season.
just outside the Cougars’ penalty box, as a free kick was given to Whatcom and they were able to take advantage of the close proximity to score a goal. Assistant coach Miriam Coto commented that the game was “Frustrating, and we need to step it up.” The Cougars are on the road again, and will soon be tested by two of the better league teams. If
they pick up a couple wins, they should have the momentum as a team to bulldoze the remaining competition leading up to playoffs. They will have played every current No. 1 and 2 ranked team in the NWAACC, which gives them excellent experience in preparation for this year’s upcoming playoffs. The ladies of Clackamas Cougars soccer deserve support
and appreciation. They are continuing the tradition of being one of the top teams in the league and are well on their way to making a good run at the NWAACC Championship this year. Join the hooligans and fans rooting for the Cougars at their next home game: Friday, Oct. 26 vs SW Oregon at 1 p.m. at OCHS Pioneer Stadium. The first round of NWAACC playoffs is Wednesday, Nov. 7.
Tim Burton remakes his own ‘Frankenweenie’ Andrew Millbrooke The Clackamas Print
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CCC sophomore Courtney Johnson drives forward during a 3-0 win against Skagit Valley CC on Sept. 30. Johnson had a goal and an assist.
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Would da Vinci put Gremlins in the Mona Lisa? Or maybe Godzilla in “Citizen Cain?” Probably not, but many artists will never have the chance to go back to an old project and get to... bring it back to LIFE! *Crackling Thunder and maniacal laugher* “Frankenweenie” is the re-imagining of one of Tim Burton’s oldest projects. Originally it was a heart wrenching black and white short movie that told the gripping story of a young boy named Victor Frankenstein who, after the tragic loss of his best friend Sparky, decides he can bring him back from the dead. The 2012 remake does, in many ways, reflect the old movie very well, but with even more of that Burton flavor that drips from movies like “Corpse Bride” and “Willy Wonka.” “Frankenweenie” does do a good job of making references to the old movie by using scenes, characters, props and lines very well. It almost seems like it could be cut down to be a near shot for shot remake of the original. “Frankenweenie” even has a few new elements that are very funny. The movie holds onto the moments that made the first so amazing, leaving the surreal 1950s look (while still seeming to be sometime in the near present — see Pluto reference in town hall meeting scene,) the black and white adds to the mood of the movie and it shows that adults are panicky children who are scared of what they don’t understand. Well the original did a much better job. There are actual monsters in the remake, so somehow the adults freaking out, makes a little more sense. “Frankenweenie” did some things though, that were just
bad. The movie, in a cheap attempt to make the runtime longer, introduces a variety of other child characters and that — through very typical plot devices — end up trying to make their own Franken-pets whom go on a very predictable rampage. The references are very funny though. When the Asian kid made Gamera, I choked on popcorn. While funny, the whole movie feels like just about anyone could have made it. There was never any surprise or unexpected moment. Every time something new was about to happen, it was exactly what was expected. While the Gamera joke did make me try to spit masticated corn on my neighbors, it was exactly the joke I was expecting and it just kept happening throughout. The movie is watchable and if you have never seen the 1984 original, it could even be fairly good as it oozes with Burton-acious fluids*. Trapped inside the remake is — I think — the spark of creativity that once made Burton a visionary in the movie industry. While “Frankenweenie” will never hold up against “Ed Wood” or “Batman Returns,” it does show that the Burton spark is still there. *Burton-acious fluids: The black and white, or techni-color fluid that leaks onto the floor around everything Tim Burton makes; it’s often found soaking the clothes and minds of the children that shop at Hot Topic.